We all have a friend or family member who can't bear the sight of a mess. Use her obsessive compulsion to your advantage! Whisper in her ear: "I'm always impressed by how neat your house is. Can you do me a favor and help tidy this place up as the night goes on?"

When a woman wants to look festive, she should add some shine, sheen or sparkle to her outfit, like a metallic clutch, an embellished shoe, or a blingy statement necklace.

If you're wearing it to 'da club, you shouldn't be wearing it to 'da office.

We all have a friend or family member who can't bear the sight of a mess. Use her obsessive compulsion to your advantage! Whisper in her ear: "I'm always impressed by how neat your house is. Can you do me a favor and help tidy this place up as the night goes on?"

I'm a big fan of bringing the outdoors in!

A basket of freshly baked pastries like scones make breakfast easy for your host the next day.

I love to bring a bowl or basket filled with clementines that can be used as an easy centerpiece and enjoyed after the party.